Norman Street

Closed 30 Oct 2024

Opened 2 Oct 2024

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consultations@leicester.gov.uk

Feedback updated 11 Nov 2024

We asked

We sought views on the removal of two trees on Norman Street. The trees were to be removed due to an established link to property damage that they are causing. he Environmental Act 2021 requires us to consult with members of the public before felling any tree on an urban road (a street tree). 

You said

There was one objection to the consultation who did not want the tree to be removed. 

We did

We have reviewed the feedback and the decision has been made to remove the tree as it is directly linked to ongoing property damage which is an actionable nuisance in law. This decision carefully considered the concerns raised, however, in this case there is no alternative solution other than to remove the tree. This decision is in line with the councils tree strategy and policy.

As part of the tree strategy, there needs to be more than one replacement for every significant tree lost. Therefore, new trees will be replanted within the ward if appropriate locations are available. If there are no suitable locations within the ward the replacement planting will take place at other wards within the city.

Overview

Leicester City Council are planning to carry out work to remove two semi-mature Hornbeam trees.

The trees are situated within the footpath on Norman Street, to the front of no.59 and no.72. 

The trees are being removed due to an established link between the trees and property damage.

In line with the council’s tree policy, where trees are a present danger or nuisance (in law), the council will address this with tree works.

The pruning of these trees is not a long-term option in this situation.

Replacement planting will be undertaken, though it will not be at this location, as other trees will likely continue the nuisance.

The Environmental Act 2021 requires us to consult with members of the public before felling any tree on an urban road (a street tree). See Environmental Act 2021, Chapter 30, Part 6, 115(2) for exceptions to this rule.

We are seeking views on our proposal to remove these trees.

Areas

  • Westcotes

Audiences

  • All residents
  • Local businesses
  • Local schools

Interests

  • Highways
  • Parks and green spaces
  • Environmental health
  • Walking